Apple could introduce its first touchscreen MacBook Pro models as soon as October, according to Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman. In his first Power On podcast, Gurman said the launch could instead move to November, but he expects the new laptops to appear during the fall.

The rumored lineup is expected to include 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with OLED displays that support touch input. Apple has not officially announced the computers, so their launch timing and final specifications remain unconfirmed.

Possible MacBook Pro launch timing

Gurman said Apple is testing the laptops with macOS 27.2, a software update currently in beta. That update is expected to arrive toward the end of October, raising the possibility that Apple could announce the touchscreen MacBook Pro models later that month.

If the schedule slips, November is another potential launch window. The report does not establish whether Apple would announce both screen sizes at the same time or provide a specific release date.

Rumored OLED MacBook Pro features

Beyond the touch-enabled OLED displays, the computers are reportedly being tested with Apple’s M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. A thinner design is also expected, along with a Dynamic Island in place of the display notch found on current MacBook Pro models.

The move would represent a significant change for Apple’s professional laptops. MacBooks have traditionally relied on keyboards and trackpads rather than touchscreens, while the company has continued to use touch input primarily on devices such as the iPhone and iPad.

Could the MacBook Pro include cellular connectivity?

Some Apple users are also speculating that the new models could include a custom cellular modem. Gurman previously reported that Apple had explored Macs capable of connecting directly to 5G or LTE networks without using an iPhone hotspot.

That earlier work has led to speculation that the touchscreen laptops could use Apple’s C1X or C2 modem technology. However, the report does not confirm that either modem will be included, and cellular connectivity remains unverified.

Where the touchscreen models may fit

The touchscreen computers are expected to sit above Apple’s regular 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models. Those standard models are reportedly due to move to M7 Pro and M7 Max chips next year, suggesting Apple could use the touchscreen versions as a higher-tier option.

It is also unclear whether Apple will keep the MacBook Pro name for these computers. The company could instead introduce a distinct product name, such as MacBook Ultra, although that possibility is only part of the current speculation.